Sicily, Italy

Spiaggia della Plaia

Spiaggia della Plaia is a beach located in Sicily, known for its distinctive colors of water and comfortable sand. However, visitors should be aware that the beach is often marred by the presence of garbage and trash, both on the beach and in the water. The beach is also characterized by a persistent smell of the port. Despite these drawbacks, the beach is still appreciated for its natural beauty.

Explore accommodation options near Spiaggia della Plaia and enjoy the distinctive colors of water despite the challenges of reaching this Sicilian gem.

Getting to the beach can be a challenge as the pavement leading to it abruptly ends, making it difficult for pedestrians. Furthermore, the local bus service is reportedly unreliable. Despite these challenges, Spiaggia della Plaia remains a popular destination for beachgoers.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the beautiful colors of the water and the comfortable sand as the most liked features of the beach. However, visitors complain about the cleanliness of the beach, with reports of garbage and trash scattered around, and the cold water temperature.

Where to Stay near Spiaggia della Plaia?

Visitors to Spiaggia della Plaia often stay in the nearby city of Catania, which offers a variety of accommodation options ranging from hotels to vacation rentals. Many choose to explore the rich cultural and historical attractions of Catania and include a visit to the beach as part of their itinerary.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Spiaggia della Plaia?

Latitude: 37.4833333 / Longitude: 15.0833333

Spiaggia della Plaia is located in Sicily. The following map of Spiaggia della Plaia shows the exact location.

Spiaggia della Plaia: Weather Today

📅 Monday, December 15, 2025
Today at Spiaggia della Plaia is likely not ideal for classic beach activities. The maximum air temperature will be 17.2 °C. The sky will be mostly cloudy. There's a slight chance of rain, so it might be wise to bring an umbrella or find some indoor activities. The sea temperature is 18.5 °C with small waves. The wind will be light, so it won't be too breezy. The UV index will be 3.
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Air

Low / High11.1°C/17.2°C
Feels Like (High)16.2°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature18.5 °C
Wave Height0.3 m
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Rain

Rain Chance28%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset07:07/16:42
Sunshine Hours7.1 hrs
UV Index3.05
Cloud Cover72%
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Wind

Speed10.3 km/h
Gusts23 km/h
DirectionN

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